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divisive
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generative
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intrusive
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invasive
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connective
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destructive
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constructive
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cohesive
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adhesive
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restrictive
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restorative
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conducive
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formative
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suggestive
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indicative
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dismissive
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oppressive
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illustrative
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preventative
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disruptive
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instructive
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corrosive
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abrasive
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corrective
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informative
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coercive
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explosive
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transformative
divisive
Adjective
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/dɪˈvaɪsɪv/
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causing disagreement or hostility by creating strong differences of opinion among people

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The issue of immigration was highly divisive, splitting the nation into opposing camps.
His divisive comments on social media sparked heated debates among his followers.
generative
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/ˈdʒɛnɝətɪv/

capable of producing something else, often in a creative or productive manner

intrusive
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/ˌɪnˈtɹusɪv/

invading or interrupting someone's privacy, space, or affairs without permission or welcome

invasive
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/ˌɪnˈveɪsɪv/

aggressively intruding or spreading into a space or situation where something is unwelcome or harmful

connective
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/kəˈnɛktɪv/

joining or linking different elements together

destructive
destructive
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/dɪˈstɹəktɪv/

causing a lot of damage or harm

constructive
constructive
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/kənˈstɹəktɪv/

contributing to building or improving, often by providing useful ideas or solutions

cohesive
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/koʊˈhisɪv/

creating unity or consistency

adhesive
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/ædˈhisɪv/, /ədˈhisɪv/

having the quality of sticking or bonding objects together

restrictive
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/ɹiˈstɹɪktɪv/

imposing limitations or boundaries that can hinder freedom or action

restorative
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/ɹəˈstɔɹətɪv/

able to promote or restore one's health or strength

conducive
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/kənˈdusɪv/

leading to the desired goal or result by providing the right conditions

formative
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/ˈfɔɹmətɪv/

influencing the development or growth of something else, particularly during a crucial period

suggestive
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/səˈdʒɛstɪv/

implying or hinting at a particular meaning or idea, often in a subtle or indirect way

indicative
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/ˌɪnˈdɪkətɪv/

serving as a clear sign or signal of something

dismissive
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/dɪsˈmɪsɪv/

showing a lack of interest or respect by ignoring or minimizing someone or something's importance

oppressive
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/əˈpɹɛsɪv/

having an unfair or harsh control over others, often involving cruelty or severe restrictions

illustrative
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/ˌɪˈɫəstɹətɪv/

providing clear examples or demonstrations to help explain something

preventative
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/pɹiˈvɛntətɪv/

intended to hinder or prevent something from happening

disruptive
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/dɪsˈɹəptɪv/

interrupting or disturbing the normal flow or function of something

instructive
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/ˌɪnˈstɹəktɪv/

providing useful information or guidance, often with the intention of teaching or educating

corrosive
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/kɝˈoʊsɪv/

having the ability to cause damage or destruction, especially through chemical reactions

abrasive
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/əˈbɹeɪsɪv/

rough or coarse enough to scrape or wear away surfaces through rubbing

corrective
Adjective
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/kɝˈɛktɪv/

intended or designed to improve or correct a bad or undesirable situation

informative
informative
Adjective
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/ˌɪnˈfɔɹmətɪv/

providing useful or valuable information

coercive
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/koʊˈɝsɪv/

using force or threat to persuade people to do something that they are reluctant to do

explosive
explosive
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/ɪksˈpɫoʊsɪv/

having the potential to cause sudden and violent release of energy or force

transformative
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/ˌtɹænsˈfɔɹmɑˌtɪv/

having the power to bring about significant changes or transformations

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